Yamuna breaches 205-meter danger mark, Delhi government sounds evacuation alert
PTC News Desk: The Yamuna river crossed the danger mark of 205.33 metres on Monday prompting the deployment of flood preparedness measures in the capital. Meanwhile Delhi Chief Minister assured the residents that the city would not face widespread flooding this season. She further emphasised that any waterlogging would be confined to the floodplains and that the city remains in a safe zone.
#WATCH | Delhi: River Yamuna flows above the danger mark after all 18 gates of the Hathinikund Barrage in Haryana's Yamunanagar were opened two days ago. Visuals from Old Yamuna Bridge. pic.twitter.com/vCjj64EWMR — ANI (@ANI) August 19, 2025
Officials confirmed that the Yamuna touched the danger mark 205.36 metres as observed at the Old Railway Bridge, which is a key point in monitoring the water levels.
Authorities accompanied by Water Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh, CM Rekha Gupta reviewed flood management arrangements at strategic locations with 14 boats deployed for relief and rescue operations.
Recalling the 2023 floods that forced the evacuation of more than 25,000 people, Gupta said this year’s preparations were markedly different. “At that time, the desilting of drains and maintenance of barrages were not properly done, and even the ITO Barrage gates were blocked. But this time, after six months of continuous work, all gates have been opened and drains desilted, enhancing capacity,” she said.
A Central Flood Control Room has also been established at the East District Magistrate’s office, serving as a key point to coordinate with all the civic agencies.
The chief minister reassured Delhiites: “All departments are working round the clock in vigilance. The situation is fully under control.”
- PTC NEWS
